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Weather & Climate in Fort Augustus, United Kingdom
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Fort Augustus has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 193 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 78.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
55°F Jul (13°C)
| Annual Average | 44.2°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 193 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 217/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 57.1431°N, 4.6822°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
16 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Aug 4, 2017 | 31 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 72 km | 7 km |
| May 3, 1998 | Scotland, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 146 km | 15 km |
| Jan 23, 2011 | 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 76 km | 16 km |
| Aug 17, 1994 | 40 km SE of Portree, United Kingdom | M3.2 | 64 km | 5 km |
| Jun 20, 2003 | 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M3.0 | 110 km | 5 km |
| May 18, 2013 | 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom | M2.9 | 75 km | 10 km |
| Jun 8, 2006 | 35 km ENE of Portree, United Kingdom | M2.9 | 72 km | 8 km |
| Jul 26, 1992 | 45 km E of Portree, United Kingdom | M2.8 | 58 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2003 | 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M2.8 | 108 km | 5 km |
| Aug 27, 1992 | 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Mar 7, 1998 | 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 89 km | 9 km |
| Nov 30, 1997 | 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 114 km | 10 km |
| Aug 28, 1995 | 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 51 km | 10 km |
| Nov 1, 2017 | 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom | M2.6 | 147 km | 7 km |
| Jun 20, 2003 | 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M2.5 | 110 km | 4 km |
| Jan 9, 1990 | 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom | M2.5 | 59 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 720 | HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) | Questionable Earthquake | — | — | 139 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 10.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 6.4 in | |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 7.8 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 3.7 in | Driest |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 4.9 in | |
| September | 51°F (10°C) | 7.3 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 8.3 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 9.0 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 9.5 in |
Fort Augustus has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 36°F in January to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 78.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.0") and May the driest (3.7").